acknowledge vs recognize

recognize vs acknowledge

acknowledge and recognize both are verbs.

Word	Noun	Adjective	Verb	Adverb
acknowledge	No	No	Yes	No
recognize	No	No	Yes	No

As verbs, acknowledge and recognize are synonyms defined as:

acknowledge and recognize: accept (someone) to be what is claimed or accept his power and authority

Other synonyms of acknowledge include know, recognise.

As verbs, acknowledge and recognize are synonyms defined as:

acknowledge and recognize: express obligation, thanks, or gratitude for

Other synonyms of acknowledge include recognise.

acknowledge (verb)	recognize (verb)
accept as legally binding and valid	perceive to be the same
accept (someone) to be what is claimed or accept his power and authority	be fully aware or cognizant of
declare to be true or admit the existence or reality or truth of	accept (someone) to be what is claimed or accept his power and authority
express obligation, thanks, or gratitude for	express obligation, thanks, or gratitude for
report the receipt of	express greetings upon meeting someone
express recognition of the presence or existence of, or acquaintance with	detect with the senses
	grant credentials to
	show approval or appreciation of
	exhibit recognition for (an antigen or a substrate)

Difference between acknowledge and recognize

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